We do not do the idol thing!!!![b said:Quote[/b] (Dark Virtue @ Oct. 23 2004,11:28)]Uh, but how can you celebrate something UNGODLY in a godly manner? For example, how can you worship a pagan idol in a godly manner?
KJV describes Ephesians 5 better to me. It is speaking more of fellowship with those who are in celebration and being in "cahoots" with the ungodly.
As for the verses in James and John...
Please correct me if I am wrong. I do not think I am going against this verse. I am in no way celebrating as the pagans did. I am either passing out candy, at my church, or at my family's home for the entire evening. We have food, fun, and fellowship. We are not actually participating in the traditional "pagan" ritual. I decorate with fall colors, a pumpkin, scarecrow, lights...if at all.
Deuteronomy 18
Please DV, please! Now, when my kids were teens, I may have considered vs.10a on many occasions...but have you not figured me out one single bit? Do you think I or anyone who has answered here will be participating in any of these things? I will go as far as to say the majority of Americans have not kept with the tradition of the pagans, or even know this days roots for that matter. But I tell you one thing, if my celebrating offends you, or anyone else, I will not do it. Just say the word!
Abstain from all appearance of evil. I Thessalonians 5:22
I believe I can be with my family on this day, and do just that.